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txnathrt · 28th Nov 2011, 08:30 PM

I take cymbalta for depression and PTSD. I have been taking it for a decent time now and I know how important it is for me to stay on it. Unfortunately, I got pneumonia and missed a week and a half of work. I can't afford to get a new script and refill it for a few more days. My life is ok... I. Was recently offered agreat salary job I love that I can start soon. But instead of being happy, I'm struggling not to burst in to tears, my nightmares are constant. I have no appetite and I Can barely get a handful of words out. How do I make it to payday ( 5 days) til I can get my meds?

TraceElement · 28th Nov 2011, 09:11 PM

I would call your doctor and let them know that you don't have the money to buy a refill. Some doctors offices recieve some "trial scripts" of meds to give to their patients, or can call in special things to the pharmacy on an emergency basis. Also, pharmacies may know if a drug company offers discounts on the meds and stuff like that.
BUT, if that falls through, try listening to some soothing sounds, like waterfalls, on youtube or something. Try to structure your environment to reduce the triggers that can throw your system off and make you upset. Try to think positive... I know this is hard when dealing with depression, but if you post notes of encouragement in your work space it could help.

txnathrt · 28th Nov 2011, 09:38 PM

Thanks for the advice. Thats great to know. Another five days of depression like this probably would not do m good. I am going to call tomorrow and see if they have trials or anything available until I get paid.

RaeofLite · 2nd Dec 2011, 07:48 PM

I've heard of my province having what is called a Plan G, people who aren't paid a lot go on it and get basic prescriptions at the price someone would who had health insurance. Maybe they have that where you live?

I would also ask for sample packs of what you had since your doctor might be willing to give it to you knowing you're in a rough spot. Just explain the situation.

starfish · 2nd Dec 2011, 07:56 PM

It has been a few days since you posted. Was you doctor able to get you set up?

RedState · 2nd Dec 2011, 11:03 PM

Any type of medication like this should not be stopped abruptly...it can reek havoc on your central nervous system if you do...they need to be tapered down..you have other options out there that you need to discuss with your doctor if you cannot afford your current protocol. I would suggest you do that as soon as you can.

txnathrt · 3rd Dec 2011, 10:02 AM

I was able to get a few weeks of samples from a doctor,and a new prescription that I can pick up on pay day. I have insurance, but the medication is coming pay is non formulary and the co pay is absurd.

---------- Post added 3rd Dec 2011 at 12:03 PM ----------

I also meant to say that I am feeling much better, and thank you all for your advice.

starfish · 3rd Dec 2011, 07:32 PM

I glad your doctor was able to help you out.

mike90 · 4th Dec 2011, 08:16 AM

I am on the same stuff... changed from sertraline. It is evil I tell you. I have been feeling like I have been beaten since I went on it, and just dreadful in general. If I am awake I want to cry and if I am asleep I have nightmares and wake up in tears. I wish I didn't have to take the stuff but I am worse without it. If I come off the meds I end up being treated at the hospital for injuring myself

. I know it is hard but stick with it and see if you can get enough pills so you have a week or two in advance so if you get stuck like it again with no meds you will have an emergency supply of them to tide you over. xx

28th Nov 2011, 08:30 PM	#1
txnathrt Member Regular Member Gender: Female Orientation: Kinsey 5 Out Status: Some people Location: OKC , sorta Age: 25 Posts: 56 Join Date: Aug 2011	Horribly depressed w/o meds I take cymbalta for depression and PTSD. I have been taking it for a decent time now and I know how important it is for me to stay on it. Unfortunately, I got pneumonia and missed a week and a half of work. I can't afford to get a new script and refill it for a few more days. My life is ok... I. Was recently offered agreat salary job I love that I can start soon. But instead of being happy, I'm struggling not to burst in to tears, my nightmares are constant. I have no appetite and I Can barely get a handful of words out. How do I make it to payday ( 5 days) til I can get my meds?

28th Nov 2011, 09:11 PM	#2
TraceElement The one and only Full Member Gender: Genderqueer Orientation: Kinsey 4 Out Status: to most people who matter Location: Rochester, NY Age: 23 Posts: 455 Join Date: Jan 2011	Re: Horribly depressed w/o meds I would call your doctor and let them know that you don't have the money to buy a refill. Some doctors offices recieve some "trial scripts" of meds to give to their patients, or can call in special things to the pharmacy on an emergency basis. Also, pharmacies may know if a drug company offers discounts on the meds and stuff like that. BUT, if that falls through, try listening to some soothing sounds, like waterfalls, on youtube or something. Try to structure your environment to reduce the triggers that can throw your system off and make you upset. Try to think positive... I know this is hard when dealing with depression, but if you post notes of encouragement in your work space it could help. __________________ Carpe Diem- Grab life by the balls, one day at a time.

28th Nov 2011, 09:38 PM	#3
txnathrt Member Regular Member Gender: Female Orientation: Kinsey 5 Out Status: Some people Location: OKC , sorta Age: 25 Posts: 56 Join Date: Aug 2011	Re: Horribly depressed w/o meds Thanks for the advice. Thats great to know. Another five days of depression like this probably would not do m good. I am going to call tomorrow and see if they have trials or anything available until I get paid.

2nd Dec 2011, 07:48 PM	#4
RaeofLite I've got the moves like Jagger Full Member Gender: ♀ Orientation: Sapphicly inclined Out Status: My closet is for clothes! Location: BC, Canada Age: 23 Posts: 3,111 Join Date: Apr 2009	Re: Horribly depressed w/o meds I've heard of my province having what is called a Plan G, people who aren't paid a lot go on it and get basic prescriptions at the price someone would who had health insurance. Maybe they have that where you live? I would also ask for sample packs of what you had since your doctor might be willing to give it to you knowing you're in a rough spot. Just explain the situation. __________________ People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." -Bonnie Jean Wasmund (and the lesbians)

2nd Dec 2011, 07:56 PM	#5
starfish This space for lease. Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: I like guys Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Hippie Town, Alberta of the US Age: 31 Posts: 2,111 Join Date: Nov 2008	Re: Horribly depressed w/o meds It has been a few days since you posted. Was you doctor able to get you set up? __________________ All the problems of the world could be settled easily if men were only willing to think. The trouble is that men very often resort to all sorts of devices in order not to think, because thinking is such hard work. --Thomas J. Watson

2nd Dec 2011, 11:03 PM	#6
RedState The Grendel to Everyone's Beowulf Full Member Gender: Male Out Status: 2 Location: The Southeastern Conference Age: 30 Posts: 1,448 Join Date: Aug 2008	Re: Horribly depressed w/o meds Any type of medication like this should not be stopped abruptly...it can reek havoc on your central nervous system if you do...they need to be tapered down..you have other options out there that you need to discuss with your doctor if you cannot afford your current protocol. I would suggest you do that as soon as you can. __________________

3rd Dec 2011, 10:02 AM	#7
txnathrt Member Regular Member Gender: Female Orientation: Kinsey 5 Out Status: Some people Location: OKC , sorta Age: 25 Posts: 56 Join Date: Aug 2011	Re: Horribly depressed w/o meds I was able to get a few weeks of samples from a doctor,and a new prescription that I can pick up on pay day. I have insurance, but the medication is coming pay is non formulary and the co pay is absurd. ---------- Post added 3rd Dec 2011 at 12:03 PM ---------- I also meant to say that I am feeling much better, and thank you all for your advice. __________________ 'who are you? ' she asked 'noone of consequence ' he replied

3rd Dec 2011, 07:32 PM	#8
starfish This space for lease. Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: I like guys Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Hippie Town, Alberta of the US Age: 31 Posts: 2,111 Join Date: Nov 2008	Re: Horribly depressed w/o meds I glad your doctor was able to help you out. __________________ All the problems of the world could be settled easily if men were only willing to think. The trouble is that men very often resort to all sorts of devices in order not to think, because thinking is such hard work. --Thomas J. Watson

4th Dec 2011, 08:16 AM	#9
mike90 Member Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Rugby - UK Age: 21 Posts: 96 Join Date: Nov 2011	Re: Horribly depressed w/o meds I am on the same stuff... changed from sertraline. It is evil I tell you. I have been feeling like I have been beaten since I went on it, and just dreadful in general. If I am awake I want to cry and if I am asleep I have nightmares and wake up in tears. I wish I didn't have to take the stuff but I am worse without it. If I come off the meds I end up being treated at the hospital for injuring myself . I know it is hard but stick with it and see if you can get enough pills so you have a week or two in advance so if you get stuck like it again with no meds you will have an emergency supply of them to tide you over. xx __________________ Being gay is the best thing that has ever happened to me. If I was not I would never have met the most wonderful man in the world, my Peter.

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